Who said “Religions are the cradles of despotism.”?

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Marquis De Sade. A published source records them saying or writing it.

SourcePhilosophy in the Bedroom (1795)

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Sade, M. D. (n.d.). Religions are the cradles of despotism. [Quotation]. Famous Quotations Network. Retrieved October 24, 2026, from https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/35660-religions-are-the-cradles-of-despotism/

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Sade, Marquis De. “Religions are the cradles of despotism.” Famous Quotations Network, https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/35660-religions-are-the-cradles-of-despotism/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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Sade, Marquis De. “Religions are the cradles of despotism.” Famous Quotations Network. Accessed October 24, 2026. https://www.famous-quotations.com/quotes/35660-religions-are-the-cradles-of-despotism/.

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